HERBED BEEF STEW

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This stew looks as terrific as it tastes! Flavored with a variety of herbs and chockfull of vegetables, this recipe lists salt as an option, making it ideal for family members and friends who must restrict sodium. -Marlene Severson, Everson, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 2h45m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 cups water
1 large onion, chopped
2 teaspoons pepper
1 to 2 teaspoons salt, optional
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon ground marjoram
2 bay leaves
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 cups sliced carrots
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 package (9 ounces) frozen cut green beans
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn
1/4 pound mushrooms, sliced
3 medium tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, brown meat in oil. Add the water, onion, seasonings and tomato paste. Cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until meat is tender. , Stir in potatoes, carrots and green pepper; simmer 30 minutes. Add additional water if necessary. Stir in remaining ingredients; cover and simmer 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.